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Please note we are hiring a number of Skills Coaches nationally and this role can be based anywhere in the UK.

Role Objective:

To deliver high quality training programmes and complete assessments, reviews and completions in a timely manner as set by management, achieving or exceeding the required quality standards. To support all elements of the learner journey, providing participants with constructive, professional and relevant feedback in order for them to gain the Diploma or full apprenticeship standard.

Key Responsibilities:

Arrange visits/contact with participants to induct, observe, and progress participants in the workplace

Within guidelines laid down by the awarding body and the client, assess the work of participants in / at the virtual classroom/workshop/workplace within set timeframes and to achieve targets set by management

Provide constructive, professional, and relevant feedback to participants in relation to their qualification

Observe participants in/at the workplace/ virtual workshop against criteria laid down by the awarding body and give feedback as appropriate

Ensure own assessments are accurate and achieve verification agree rates set by management

Carry out quarterly Reviews with participants and submit paperwork within agreed timescales

Ensure that own allocated participants are progressing in line with their target achievement dates and Liaise with the Programme Manager/s for the purpose of monitoring the progress of qualification/standards achievement

Promptly identify situations requiring periods of absence from the programme and complete/submit accurate paperwork as required

Ensure that learner records are accurately maintained, including records held within MIS systems and App 360

Complete visits to other sites and locations when required or as directed by management

Internally verify the work of other Skill Coaches where qualified and directed

Maintain positive relations with learners, business partners and all other stakeholders to ensure TQ retains and gains business

Help participants to develop positive attitudes towards learning and studying

Attend standardisation and team meetings as required

Assist in the assessment of other qualifications when required

Be flexible over hours of attendance/work, including evenings and weekends where required

To undertake any other duties as may be required from time to time

Qualifications

Essential:

Knowledge of Apprenticeship frameworks and Standards

Knowledge/competence/experience of delivering Team Leading and Management Apprenticeships

Able to work flexible hours

Excellent interpersonal/communication skills and confidence in dealing with people of all levels

Ability to influence and motivate others

Able to use own initiative, work under pressure and to meet deadlines

Excellent organisational skills

Full, current driving licence and car owner, with a willingness to use for business as required (mileage allowance payable)